OPS SENIOR CLERK - 64906243

State of Florida • Fort Lauderdale, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a high-detail, productivity-focused position that requires accuracy, concentration, confidentiality, and consistent attention to detail. The position involves entering data and scanning a high volume of confidential information into a database system while maintaining strict compliance with HIPAA and all applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements. This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County. This position requires daily in-office work. This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) position and as such no paid time off is offered. Health benefits will be offered for full-time employment. OPS employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan.

Requirements

• One (1) or more years’ professional clerical or conducting data entry experience.
• One (1) or more years professional experience conducting medical/dental insurance eligibility.
• One (1) or more years customer service experience in a clerical/cashier position within the past three years.
• One (1) or more years experience working with confidential or sensitive information.
• Ability to communicate effectively by both orally and verbally.
• Knowledge of HIPPA rules and regulations.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to follow office procedures & practices.
• Ability to understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures.
• Computer literacy with experience in Excel.
• All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of (2) two years of health insurance claims processing experience within the past three years.
• Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Currently certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC).
• Bilingual, fluent in English/Spanish or English/Creole.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter data and scanning a high volume of confidential information into a database system.
• Identify and correct data entry using appropriate quality control methods.
• Provide general data entry support.
• Enter client data into the HMS system, register patients, record dental services, run insurance eligibility reports and mark and bill for services performed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree